Program Officer (APS5)

About the roles

We are recruiting multiple Program Officers at the APS5 level for our Commonwealth Government client based in Canberra, ACT. The successful candidates will join a team that facilitates the legal conveyance process of transferring water entitlements from willing sellers to a central authority, ensuring the environmental health of a significant water basin is maintained.

An initial 12-month labour hire contract is on offer, with prospects of extension up to an additional 12 months. This role is full-time; hybrid working arrangements will be supported once the successful candidates become proficient in the role.

Please note: only Australian citizens with an existing Baseline (or above) security clearance can be considered for these roles.

Duties:

• Accurately prepare conveyance documentation following a well-defined process.
• Provide high-quality and timely data processing services to inform relevant programs and policies.
• Prepare standard briefings for decision-makers.
• Liaise, consult, and negotiate effectively with internal stakeholders and legal service providers.
• Ensure all contract details and briefings are correctly entered into the system.
• Assist in managing a group inbox and maintaining information management processes.

Requisite skills/experience:

• Demonstrated experience in program/project management and/or administration required (preferably within a government setting)
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, showing initiative and organisation skills
• Strong writing skills with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively in a team and independently
• Adaptability to changing priorities and willingness to contribute to a positive team culture

Culture and benefits

People enjoy contracting with relatbl because our business is owned and managed by people who have first-hand experience working as contractors. We can relate. We treat people the way we would want to be treated, and we provide a range of perks and benefits to our staff.

How to apply

Click APPLY or get in touch with Zeenat (******************************) or Chloe (*****************************) for a confidential discussion. Applications for this position close at 9am on Thursday 26 June 2025. However, applications received after the closing date will be considered for similar future roles.